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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_131_12_0030
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1974 Correspondence Regarding the Establishment of Indian Health Service Medical Facilities in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1974-08-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health, Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Petition for Support of Amendment HR 17288 and Indian Self-Determination"
- Date:
- 1974-11-12
- Creator:
- Camp, John Newbold "Happy", 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Religion
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Review and Recommendations Regarding the American Indian Policy Review Commission"
- Date:
- 1974-11-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Campaign management--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Letter to the Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs Requesting Consideration of HR 17288 for Early Retirement of Non-Indian Civil Service Employees"
- Date:
- 1974-11-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Age Discrimination, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Cherokee Tribe's $15 Million River Land Valuation
- Date:
- 1974-12-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_130_21_0030
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1973 Official Confirmation of Overton James as Governor of the Chickasaw Nation
- Date:
- 1975-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_130_21_0077
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Implementing and Evaluating a Satellite Education Center Project for GED Preparation and Cultural Awareness
- Date:
- 1975-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_130_21_0083
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Confirmation of Overton James as Governor of the Chickasaw Nation
- Date:
- 1975-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_131_12_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Advocacy Letter for Locating New Indian Health Hospital in Ada, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1975-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health, Native Americans
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_131_12_0031
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Response to Letter Regarding Establishment of Medical Facilities in Ardmore, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1975-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health, Native Americans, Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Community health services--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
![["The Indian Health Service does not currently have medical facilities in Ardmore, Oklahoma but has plans to upgrade a clinic in Tishomingo and establish a full-time clinic or hospital in Ada, Oklahoma to improve health services for the Indian people in the area. They appreciate the interest and concern shown by the Speaker of the House."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_131_12_0000%20-%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Service%20-%20Ada,%201975/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_131_12_0030_thumbnail.jpg "1974 Correspondence Regarding the Establishment of Indian Health Service Medical Facilities in Oklahoma")
![["A group of individuals have signed a petition urging Congressman John Happy Camp to support a proposal by Congressman Young of Alaska to add HR 17288 as an amendment to a bill in order to advance the cause of \"Indian Self-determination.\" They believe that BIA employees have been limited in career advancement opportunities and are seeking redress for past injustices. The petition includes numerous signatures from individuals who support the cause."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20General%20Correspondence,%201969-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0002_thumbnail.jpg "\"Petition for Support of Amendment HR 17288 and Indian Self-Determination\"")
![["The letter discusses concerns about the lack of Indian input in the proposed American Indian Policy Review Commission legislation. It recommends holding hearings for Indian people to provide input and suggests equal reference to all agencies with specific Indian programs. The letter also addresses the selection process for the five congressionally appointed Indian members of the commission, emphasizing the need for accountability and meaningful representation from the Indian community. The letter concludes with suggestions for selecting commission members from different sources to ensure a diverse and inclusive representation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20General%20Correspondence,%201969-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0004_thumbnail.jpg "\"Review and Recommendations Regarding the American Indian Policy Review Commission\"")
![["The letter is addressed to the Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs and the Subcommittee on Indian Affairs, advocating for the early retirement of non-Indian Civil Service employees from the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The letter argues that this would advance Indian self-determination, address injustices faced by non-Indian employees, and improve morale within the organization. It also includes a list of signatures from current Bureau of Indian Affairs employees in support of the proposed early retirement option."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20General%20Correspondence,%201969-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0003_thumbnail.jpg "\"Letter to the Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs Requesting Consideration of HR 17288 for Early Retirement of Non-Indian Civil Service Employees\"")
![["The Cherokee tribe owns a section of the Arkansas River in Oklahoma that has been appraised at $15 million. The ownership of the river bed is in dispute and is the subject of litigation. The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of the tribes in 1970, but the matter still needs to be resolved by Congress. The appraisal includes land beneath the water, sand, gravel, and mineral resources. The Corps of Engineers is involved in the Arkansas River navigation project, which is also part of the dispute. The Cherokee tribe should be compensated for their river property according to their attorney."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201946%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201946-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Cherokee Tribe's $15 Million River Land Valuation")
![["This text is a letter from the Bureau of Indian Affairs stating that Mr. Overton James is the Governor of the Chickasaw Nation, elected in 1971 to serve a four-year term. As Governor, he is authorized to act on behalf of the Chickasaw Nation in all business matters."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_130_21_0000%20-%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Education%20-%20Indian%20Education%20-%20Chickasaw%20Nation,%201975/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_130_21_0030_thumbnail.jpg "1973 Official Confirmation of Overton James as Governor of the Chickasaw Nation")
![["The project aims to establish satellite centers for education, with students completing 50-hour segments and taking a GED test. Evaluations will be based on academic proficiency, attendance, GED test results, and cultural awareness. Various organizations and individuals will be involved in the project."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_130_21_0000%20-%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Education%20-%20Indian%20Education%20-%20Chickasaw%20Nation,%201975/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_130_21_0077_thumbnail.jpg "Implementing and Evaluating a Satellite Education Center Project for GED Preparation and Cultural Awareness")
![["The document is a letter from the Muskogee Area Office of the Bureau of Indian Affairs confirming that Mr. Overton James is the Governor of the Chickasaw Nation, elected in 1971 for a four-year term. As Governor, he is authorized to act on behalf of the Chickasaw Nation in all business matters and sign documents."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_130_21_0000%20-%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Education%20-%20Indian%20Education%20-%20Chickasaw%20Nation,%201975/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_130_21_0083_thumbnail.jpg "Confirmation of Overton James as Governor of the Chickasaw Nation")
![["The letter is requesting Congressman Albert's assistance in ensuring that a new hospital for the Indian population in Central Oklahoma is located in Ada and Pontotoc County, rather than Shawnee. The letter highlights the efforts made by the county and city in preparing for the hospital and urges the Congressman to make sure this information is communicated to the appropriate authorities."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_131_12_0000%20-%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Service%20-%20Ada,%201975/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_131_12_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Advocacy Letter for Locating New Indian Health Hospital in Ada, Oklahoma")
![["The document is in response to a request for the establishment of medical facilities in Ardmore, Oklahoma. The Indian Health Service currently does not have facilities in Ardmore but plans to upgrade a clinic in Tishomingo and establish a full-time clinic or hospital in Ada, Oklahoma. The Indian Health Service appreciates Carl Albert's interest and concern for the health of the Indian people."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_131_12_0000%20-%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Service%20-%20Ada,%201975/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_131_12_0031_thumbnail.jpg "Response to Letter Regarding Establishment of Medical Facilities in Ardmore, Oklahoma")